Bookkeeper

We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join the accounting team on a Contract basis in Valencia, California. This position will focus on strengthening the accuracy of financial records through account review, reconciliation work, and journal entry support. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to resolving discrepancies, organizing documentation, and helping maintain reliable books for ongoing business operations.

Responsibilities:

• Examine general ledger activity, identify classification issues, and organize accounts to improve overall accuracy.
• Create and record adjusting journal entries to correct errors and align balances with supporting documentation.
• Complete account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and year-end basis to confirm that financial data is current and accurate.
• Investigate unreconciled balances and other accounting variances, then take appropriate steps to resolve outstanding issues.
• Review prior-period transactions to detect incorrect postings and make corrections where needed.
• Support close activities by preparing account analyses and assisting with month-end and year-end accounting tasks.
• Maintain orderly financial records and ensure backup documentation is complete and accessible.
• Partner with internal teams and external accounting professionals to help bring records up to date and ready for reporting or audit support.
• Recommend practical improvements to bookkeeping workflows and contribute to stronger accounting controls.
• At least 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or a closely related accounting position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and the application of debits and credits.
• Prior experience handling bookkeeping cleanup projects and correcting inaccurate or incomplete accounting records.
• Proficiency with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or comparable ERP/accounting software.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation processes.
• Strong Excel skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage work independently, balance priorities, and meet established deadlines.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline is preferred.